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Intoxicated Passenger Bites JetBlue Flight Attendant; Sentenced to Probation

A heavily intoxicated passenger on a JetBlue flight bit a flight attendant and disrupted the flight, forcing an onboard disturbance response. In the subsequent criminal case, the passenger avoided jail and was sentenced to probation, court documents show.

2026-03-13T03:38:08.591538-07:00

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Co‑brand card revenue reshapes U.S. airline loyalty — American adds gift‑card redemptions

2026-03-13T03:34:29.004110-07:00

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Iran conflict forces swift airline network shifts — suspensions, reroutes and cargo-rate volatility

2026-03-13T03:28:37.426295-07:00

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Russia restricts Azur Air AOC to June 8 after audit into equipment-related cancellations

2026-03-13T01:18:45.661866-07:00

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Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental Equatorial Guinea is exploring acquisition of ATR72-600 turboprops for flag carrier CEIBA Intercontinental. The move signals a potential regional fleet renewal to support short-haul connectivity and replace ageing equipment, with details on quantity, financing and delivery timing yet to be disclosed.

2026-03-13T04:18:44.438976-07:00

Equatorial Guinea eyes ATR72-600s for CEIBA Intercontinental

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Intoxicated Passenger Bites JetBlue Flight Attendant; Sentenced to Probation A heavily intoxicated passenger on a JetBlue flight bit a flight attendant and disrupted the flight, forcing an onboard disturbance response. In the subsequent criminal case, the passenger avoided jail and was sentenced to probation, court documents show.

2026-03-13T03:38:08.591538-07:00

Intoxicated Passenger Bites JetBlue Flight Attendant; Sentenced to Probation

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Co‑brand card revenue reshapes U.S. airline loyalty — American adds gift‑card redemptions Co‑branded credit‑card revenue is becoming a central profit driver for U.S. carriers, prompting loyalty‑program changes that favour cardholders and broaden non‑flight redemptions. American Airlines' move to let AAdvantage members redeem miles for major‑brand gift cards underscores how carriers are monetizing loyalty beyond air travel.

2026-03-13T03:34:29.004110-07:00

Co‑brand card revenue reshapes U.S. airline loyalty — American adds gift‑card redemptions

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Iran conflict forces swift airline network shifts — suspensions, reroutes and cargo-rate volatility The outbreak of conflict in Iran triggered immediate network changes: carriers suspended Gulf services, rerouted flights around Iranian airspace and redeployed capacity to Asian and alternative leisure markets within days. Airlines including Air Astana, Air India and Air New Zealand reported cancellations, pilot duty-time requests and volatile cargo rates.

2026-03-13T03:28:37.426295-07:00

Iran conflict forces swift airline network shifts — suspensions, reroutes and cargo-rate volatility

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Italy's Sky Services requests suspension of operating licence Italy's Sky Services has formally requested suspension of its operating licence from national aviation authorities, initiating a regulatory process that could pause its certificated operations. The filing triggers immediate administrative review and potential impacts to the operator's scheduled services and contractual commitments.

2026-03-13T01:20:36.083773-07:00

Italy's Sky Services requests suspension of operating licence

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Russia restricts Azur Air AOC to June 8 after audit into equipment-related cancellations Russia’s air regulator restricted leisure carrier Azur Air’s air operator certificate until 8 June 2026 following an audit conducted 19 Feb–5 Mar triggered by service cancellations and delays tied to equipment issues. The regulator said it found no safety non‑compliance while ordering operational improvements.

2026-03-13T01:18:45.661866-07:00

Russia restricts Azur Air AOC to June 8 after audit into equipment-related cancellations

Wall Street Journal

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Qantas to settle COVID-era flight-credit class action with reported payouts of $74M–$105M Qantas has agreed to settle a class action over offering restricted COVID-era flight credits instead of cash refunds, with reported payouts of $74M–$105M covering flights booked between 1 Jan 2020 and 1 Nov 2022. The carrier denies liability; the payment pushes total fines and compensation under Alan Joyce to roughly $340M.

2026-03-12T23:23:30.229091-07:00

Qantas to settle COVID-era flight-credit class action with reported payouts of $74M–$105M

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Pakistan bombs Kam Air fuel depot near Kandahar airport, Taliban says Pakistan struck the fuel depot of private airline Kam Air near Kandahar airport, the Taliban said, marking a significant escalation in the worst clashes between the neighbours in years. The strikes follow a brief lull during Chinese mediation; ground fighting along the Durand Line has continued intermittently.

2026-03-12T21:33:27.356652-07:00

Pakistan bombs Kam Air fuel depot near Kandahar airport, Taliban says

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Intoxicated Passenger Bites JetBlue Flight Attendant; Sentenced to Probation

Co‑brand card revenue reshapes U.S. airline loyalty — American adds gift‑card redemptions

Iran conflict forces swift airline network shifts — suspensions, reroutes and cargo-rate volatility

Russia restricts Azur Air AOC to June 8 after audit into equipment-related cancellations

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